What does a fasting blood sugar level of 122 mean?

A fasting blood sugar level of 122 mg/dL (milligrams per deciliter) is considered elevated and indicates prediabetes. Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. People with prediabetes are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

It's important to note that a single fasting blood sugar level does not necessarily mean that you have prediabetes. To confirm a diagnosis of prediabetes, your doctor may recommend additional tests, such as a fasting blood sugar test and an oral glucose tolerance test.

If you have prediabetes, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as losing weight, eating a healthy diet, and exercising regularly, to help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes.